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Apology (as a de-escalation technique)
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Last discussed Sep 14, 2026
The practice of offering a genuine, unconditional apology as an opening move in relationship conflict to de-escalate tension and express care.
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Did the Economy Kill Marriage? | Office Hours
James Sexton · Sep 14, 2026
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Used for: De-escalating conflict in personal and professional relationships
Praised: Costs nothing, disarms the other party, acknowledges their feelings without f...
"I'm a huge fan of apologies. Like, in every aspect of my life, personal and professional, I'm very quick to apology because it doesn't cost anything. When you start a conversation with, 'All right, listen. Anything I did that made you feel unloved..."
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